South Africa

Here's one sub-Saharan African country that truly has it all: sophisticated urban culture and nightlife, safaris and nature, wine country, soft adventure. You can dress it up or dress it down!

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Kariega Game Reserve: a South African recovery story

It took us three days to drive from Cape Town along South Africa’s "Garden Route" to Kariega Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, but it was well worth the drive. Once it was 27 farms, which have all been returned to the wild, and the reserve now covers 115 square kilometers (44½ sq. miles), owned and operated by two of those original farming families. A fictional British TV series, Wild at Heart, which ran from 2006 to 2012, told about much the same thing. The animals at Kariega were imported…

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Plenty of cool things to and do in and around the remarkable Cape of Good Hope

Michael Van den Burg This rocky headland on the Atlantic coast of the Cape Peninsula, about an hour and a half south of Cape Town, is a popular spot for visitors to the Mother City, especially for its beautiful scenery and compelling wildlife (it´s also part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Cape Floral Region). And here´s a look at the top attractions at the Cape of Good Hope, nearby False Bay, and on the peninsula in general: read post

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Pantsula, the Cool Dance of South Africa's Urban Youth

Literally, pantsula translates from Zulu as "to walk like a duck". It's an energetic, syncopated urban dance that originated in Johannesburg townships during a traumatic period of apartheid in the 1950s, and is today seeing a resurgence among the black youth (as well as some whites) of South Africa. To experience and understand it, we travel to the streets of Joburg's Tembisa township, where pantsula is part of day-to-day life, with many dancers showing off their skills in the middle of the…

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South Africa´s safari menu is great for families

Unsplash The Rainbow Nation is home to 42 public and private game reserves, including Africa's largest, Kruger National Park. There are three options in particular which are particularly kid-friendly: Pilanesberg National Park - arguably the safest safari option out there. it's also very affordable. The accommodation is fenced-in, and there are many amenities for children since most visitors are families with kids. There’s no sense of wilderness as in more common safari locations, but…

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Simon & Baker Travel Review July 14, 2010 at 1:01am

We're planning a luxury and safari trip. Publicists feel free to propose properties for inclusion.
0fznci7073k7c July 8, 2010 at 9:59am

Shame - poor Germany - sorry Robert! I really thought it would be a Germany Holland final! But now an opportunity for everyone to enjoy what SA has to offer... Have a look at our specials on http://www.zippingzebra.com/specials.html
Camps Bay Apartments July 8, 2010 at 9:19am

I agree, it was an extremely fun and successful event and definitely THE loudest World Cup ever.

South Africa will definitely be the no. 1 holiday destination when planning holidays. If any of your clients are looking for top-end villas or apartments visit www.campsbayapartments.com - the perfect up-market accommodation in Camps Bay (the most popular beach destination in Cape Town).
Robert Kristofic July 8, 2010 at 4:19am

Agree with Rosie Wilkins : While there was some doubt as to if the country was going to be able to pull this off, the games have been a HUGE success and have gone off without any major hitches. I think most people will agree that it's been well organized, controlled, efficient and... most important ... FUN!

Our flights from Germany to Johannesburg have sold out completely as EVERYBODY wants to get down to watch the final on Sunday, and I hear rumors about 50 chartered flights going down from Amsterdam. Should be an amazing game :-)
0fznci7073k7c July 7, 2010 at 11:17am

What a wonderdul World Cup!!! South Africa is positively buzzing with excitment and pride at showcasing our beautiful country to the world. with GErmany playing Spain tonight and then the final between the winner and Holland on Sunday things are coming to an end - whoever there is such a great feeling of taking the positives of the World Cup beyond the tournament itself. We want to invite the fans who loved it here to come back - and being their friends and family and colleagues...and to all those who watched on tv - come try it for yourself!!! www.zippingzebra.com will continue to feature alot of specials and fantastic itineraries. we have just started a blog as well with interesting features about our country. have a look.
Tripatini July 5, 2010 at 3:20pm

Check out one of Johannesburg's nightlife stars, Rose Boys, now on the Tripatini blog.

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Elizabeth Ninomiya June 22, 2010 at 10:37pm

SAA Vacations 11-Day "Planes, Trains & Safarimobiles" Air-Inclusive Package Features Luxurious Blue Train, Cape Town and Safari.
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SAA Vacations' Popular 'Planes, Trains & Safarimobiles' Package is Available for 2010 Travel

/PRNewswire/ -- South African Airways Vacations has announced the dates for its once-a-year, popular "Planes, Trains & Safarimobiles" air-inclusive v…
Patrick @ www.safarichatter.com June 22, 2010 at 10:22pm

Well done Bafana Bafana!!
myLanguage June 9, 2010 at 10:41pm

If you're traveling to South Africa, then you much check out the myLanguage Travel Companion for South Africa. It's not a travel guide but a local companion that will help you maximise your experience there when you're not having fun at the games. It has phrasebooks to translate from 15 languages to English and Afrikaans, dining and sightseeing information, and groups and match schedules.

Get more information here.

http://www.mylanguage.me/applications/mylanguage-travel-companion-f...
Julia Coney June 9, 2010 at 2:56pm

I will be covering Cape Winelands, Cape Town, and Durban for the World Cup. Media and Publicists please contact me regarding coverage. Thanks.